Van Nuys Reviews

I like that there is a residential area that is quiet, has easy street parking, and feels safe enough to walk during the days and evenings. Even though there is a large residential section, there is still a great deal of businesses and restaurants around, making shopping easily accessible.

I have lived here for close to 10 years. A lot has changed but for the better. fMany new restaurants are popping up everywhere and the healthy options are becoming greater than most of the unhealthy fast food options. Van Nuys High School is a great school assuming that you are getting into the Magnet Programs (it has three).

I like van nuys because a lot of stores are near by and it is in the center of the 405 freeway and 170 interstate as well . I feel like the city can get better if there was less gang related people and less violence

I've lived in Van Nuys for my entire 23 years of life; overall, I love it and feel very safe there. However, I do think the residents of this city need to be more mindful of their cleanliness. Some parts of the city have streets that have a significant amount of trash on them, making the appearance of these parts not as attractive as the city should be.

I grew up in Van Nuys and I am used to living here. My close friends and family live in the area. I've met people who are dear to me and have inspired me to pursue my dreams and goals for my future. I have also seen businesses gone and new ones coming in. Overall I like my area still, there is work needed to improve the area.

Van Nuys isn't as ghetto as it's said to be but there are some small things that could be improved for example parking. The streets are always filled with cars and it's chaotic. There are some safety issues regarding vandalism, but you can say it's a tight community and for the most part you know everyone.

Definitely a viable option if you plan to commute to lots of areas in Los Angeles, Orange County, etc. Due to Van Nuys being in the middle of the valley it's perfect if you need to go to Downtown, Los Angeles one day then the next having to go to Calabasas without being too far and spending so much time on the freeway.

Currently living across from Grant High School. Kind of a cool quirk because they shot the movie "DOPE" at the school! But after living in numerous parts of L.A. I would definetely say that this area is SO FAR the cleanest, NO BUGS...(yes that's usually a problem), pretty quiet and safe. Close to a lot of good restaurants with a 30 minute bike ride, 7-15 minute drive/uber away depending on where you go. It's a bit pricey but im paying for the 0 amount of bugs and peace of mind. Oh, and for you Hollywood lovers, it's only about 20 minutes away!

I was born in Van Nuys and raised I have great childhood memories especially during the summer, spending time at the public pool or just playing tag with my friends outside. I do wish it was just like back when I was a kid. I do feel it has changed so much you have a lot of people with money buying property here changing things.

Neighborhoods were nice, seems to be like a nice area. Lots of great restaurants of a nice variety. The metro station is so good and gives access to other stations as well. Streets are mostly clean with a few not so good areas here and there.

The city does look a little torn down. There is not enough being done to help the homeless in Van Nuys, there is a lot of homeless. There are plenty of specialty schools and programs for the youth. Than is a great thing about the area. The city puts much effort here. However, the teachers in the standard public schools are horrible and so disinterested in teaching children. Same can be said for the principals.

Prostitution, drugs, homelessness, outrageously unaffordable, pollution, 24/7 traffic, constant noise, lacking in almost every possible way. I have been (and, sadly, still am) a resident for 25 years and am trapped in pure garbage. Do yourself a favor and stay as far away as possible, unless you're visiting someone in the county jail, have a court appearance or are summoned for jury duty.